Good Morning,
What a THRILL! I am so deeply touched and honored! John Nerud, who is a RACING LEGEND, made some absolutely glowing comments about ME in his YouTube pieces called LASTING IMPRESSIONS.
Please enjoy his interviews!
Click HERE to watch!
Mr. Nerud’s direct quote about ME is that he feels Zenyatta is “equal or better than any mare I have EVER SEEN”. You have no idea how wonderful this makes me feel.
He complimented ME on what I did for our sport…and for Breeders’ Cup! I GRACIOUSLY want to thank him for his kind words! I will cherish them and remember them FOREVER!
To have one’s work respected and regarded in this manner is so significant and meaningful! I do believe establishing and accomplishing goals that you can be proud of is very important in one’s life. Then, to have one’s peers respect your work, as Mr. Nerud did mine, is such an HONOR!
YIPPEE! I really want to go out and celebrate this moment! I’m off to run a few laps in the paddock with my friends. Then I think I’ll spend the rest of the afternoon DANCING WITH SHEER JOY!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
P.S. For all of my friends, Steve Haskin wrote a great piece in THE BLOODHORSE about Mr. Nerud and his visit to the National Museum of Racing on October 24, 2010. Please read it. Also, it is very special to note that Mr. Nerud just celebrated his 98th birthday. Happy Birthday, Mr. Nerud!
LouAnn Cingel of Union, Missouri
Yippee Zenyatta! You are so absolutely sweet and a legend of great accomplishments and importance. It is so wonderful that Mr. Nerud holds you in such high regards but that’s that what one legend does with another legend. Happy Birthday to a legend, a good friend of Zenyatta, Mr. Nerud!
Have lots of fun Zenyatta!
Love & Blessings
Cory Wellman
Very IMPRESSIVE indeed Z to have such a wonderful well respected man of racing give you the wonderful accolades you deserve……..
pamela
Zenyatta you are the best!! love and kisses
Dawn Conrad
Dearest,Zenyatta. What a wonderful tribute to you by Mr. Nerud and I enjoyed Steve’s great article very much. Happy Birthday, Mr. Nerud! To be recognized in such a way by a gentleman so special to the industry is a real honor and one you certainly deserve, Zenny. Your effort in the 2010 Breeders’ Cup is already legendary. I can’t wait to see your image in the Hall of Fame. Our love for you continues to grow each day. I hope you had a wonderful run with the girls, you were first, I’m sure. Sweet dreams and lots of hugs and kisses. XXXOOO
@DEAR FRIENDS (You know who you are:)
I cannot express how very much I appreciated all the beautiful words of encouragement and support I received yesterday. You were just wonderful to me and I love you all for sharing your strength, prayers and generosity of spirit with me. Margie, as a survivor, I am so happy that you are living a wonderful life and going strong after 6 years. I agree, Zenny is a very special angel on earth for she brings such a feeling of joy and fellowship to us all.
Darlene
Lovely Z….that was the most touching tribute I have heard. We all felt so bad that you didn’t win the Breeder’s Cup, but Nerud says it well. It was truly your best race every and it will go down in history as a fantastic race because of you. Love you!!!
Sue Noel
Loved Paula Higgins’ comment–she put it just right—your run in the BC made who won and who lost irrelevant!! You are the greatest!!! Sleep well tonight and have a wonderful tomorrow with youyr friends!! Much love!!
Sarah Powell
Well deserved tribute from Mr. Nerud and he certainly knows horses – few athletes reach the level where their names are spoken with such love and respect as yours. Thanks again Dottie for the link and for always including some words of encouragement in the diary posts – Lady Z seems to know just what we all need to hear!!
Tere Thomas
You deserve every word of his praise. I’m so happy for you and your team that your accomplishments are appropriately recognized – Yay for Miss Z!! Love you
Amanda Gilliland
My Sweet Lady Zenyatta, It just keeps getting better & better for you! Mr.Nerud is such a true gentleman and I loved hearing the history of the BC. It is wonderful to hear the compliments on you that are so right on & so deserving! The article was a nice addition to learn more about Mr. Nerud. I agree with Paula. I have always said to you Zenyatta, that I felt your last race was the best for me because it showed what you were made of. Your heart, soul & determination came through when you were so far back and with Mike’s guidance got you back in gear and you ran a race for a lifetime! I can close my eyes and still see you covering an unbeleivable amount of ground passing everyone and within inches of Blame. What an amazing race!! Everyone came to see you, Zenyatta and you did not disappoint! You will always be #1 in my heart and in history. I love you, Zenyatta and you are the all time best racing mare! Sending Hugs & Kisses from Alabama With Love, Amanda G.
Quarterhossgal
From the respected horsemen to little Emma. the world recognizes what you Zenny have done for racing. Because of you many people have been introduced to the sport of racing. Because of you many retired horses are finding new homes(from all the charities your team supports). Because of you so many of us race to our computers each day to hear some happy news and follow your adventures.
Pamela Zacek
wow, what a honor, for you Z, and heck go out and dance with all the stars, for the day, and night, you deserve the fun in and frolick with your best buddies, in the padlock…. the best dancing star of al.
Robyn Mullhausen
Well, Zenny, couldn’t connect to the video but the article was excellent. What an amazing man! And, Z, you deserve every single compliment you get from everyone, especially the legends in racing because you are a Racing Legend!
Diana Hanson
You know, I think I will recommend your site to health care providers. You are the best therapy I have seen in a long time. The personal connection between your numerous fans (and counting) and you is excellent therapy. You truly are a Queen and always bring a smile to my heart!
Fran
Z, that is just so wonderful for you. I am so proud of you and all of your family. What a wonderful life for our Z! I hope you had a lot of fun telling your paddock friends! Hugs back to you and lots of love! xxoo
Astrid
TO THOSE WHO COULDN’T CONNECT TO THE VIDEO, SUE WAS SO KIND TO POST THE YOUTUBE LINK HERE AND YOU CAN VIEW IT ON ZENNY’S FB PAGE AS WELL!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rLoVbLJEVA&feature=related
DJ
Dearest Sweet “Z”,
You truly are a ‘Lasting Impression!’ Thank you and may God bless you Mr. Nerud, for your kind words regarding the greatest Mare that has ever unified the Sport…our sweet Zenyatta.
Susan Mizell
Zenyatta, I might be a little older than most of your fans, iam blessed to see both Secretariat and Ruffian, in my life time, But you and your “family” make my day! The Moss’s have given me back my love for horse racing, as well as a couple of other owners! I do have a question, I got on your beau’s facebook and there is a Zenyatta (california girl) on his favorites,By the way he is very handsome! What is up with the other site? Have a great day! And Dottie too, looking forward to next post :)
Peggy
Love ya Zenny.@Dawn my prayers are with you and may God Bless You. Didn’t get to read the post yesterday, just read it now.
Janet Cutting
Hello Zenny and all: Yes, Happy ,Happy Birthday and the best of health to you Mr Nerud!!! By the way, where is the Museum located? Zenyatta, you certainly deserve all the glory!!!! Cheers. Janet C
Sunny Boyd
Yeehaaa Zetty,
you betcha :)
All true, all true about you.
98, wow, in horses yrs that would be about 30 yrs or so, good going for Mr. Nerud.
I knew a 95 yrs. old lady once, very bright ’til the end, only her body gave out. She left an impression on everybody, no disappearing in the woodwork for her.
She was great.
Well, I’m so glad you keep hearing the good stuff, that’s because you’re unforgettable. Have a good night and dreams of carrots & mints. :) :) :)
Julia B
Goodnight remarkable Zenny !
Linda in NJ
Wow, Zenny this is a really super. I watched the video. What else could you possibly want or expect from your racing career. Zenny you did it all. You won 19 straight races. You got people to the track and got us dancing! Songs, poems, paintings, photos, visits from fans, etc., all in celebration of you. You captured all of our hearts. As Mr. Nerud mentioned, the 2010 BC–you were the show and that’s why the people came. And WOW what a performance you gave them. Now to have Mr. Nerud, a legendary figure in horse racing say such wonderful things about you is just over the moon! You should be very, very proud of yourself. Love, Linda
christine
Dear Zen,
I listened to Mr Nerud as soon as it was posted on post# 87 . It was a thrill to hear an educated man so knowledgeable about horses talk about you and his beloved horse. You should be proud as should all who care for you since the day GOD sent you to us.
I watch the auction video over and over and know you were telling all who would listen that you were sent to do great things. Not just on the track but in the minds and hearts of those who needed a blessing.
Jump for joy dear girl you have done your job to the max and will continue to be a blessing to all who get to see you.
Thank You Zen and thank you Mr Nerud for reminding us of your gifts in such a special way.
Erin
Mr. Nerud is truly one of the sport’s greatest ambassadors. For the man who caged the cheetah that was Dr. Fager to acknowledge our girl as one of the greatest ever, wow, what an honor beyond belief. Thank you for all you have done for horse racing, Mr. Nerud! May we all have many more years to enjoy your knowledge and spirit!
luvhorses
Congratulations Zenny all of your hard work and dedication along with all of your great team members!!!!! YIPPPEEEE
Comments well deserved. Love the videos.
Sharon in Ohio
Z,Must I remind you my dear, that you are a LEGEND!! It is written…ZENYATTA HORSE OF THE YEAR 2010 !! Etched into the hearts of all of us your loyal fans. Zenyatta, The People’s Choice !! The Secretariat Award !!
With that being said…I think I will do, A DANCE OF SHEER JOY! Thanks for inspiring me today and daily Zenny !! xoxoxoxo
Sunny Boyd
@ Suzanne G
http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/73161
http://www.sportscomet.com/Horse-Racing/149423.htm
Barb G
Dearest Z: The accolades keep coming and still they cannot come close to defining what a champion you are. We are all so lucky to have you. Your birthday is coming up–April 1–certainly not April Fool’s Day–it’s April Foal’s Day!!!! I love you so much, Zenny!
Barbara from NJ
Holly Zemba
A compliment from Mr.Nerud means alot but you are very worthy of it!! Love Ya!!
Pamela
Dearest Zenny- I really wanted to see the video but it says video not available. Will check back tomorrow.